Kathryn's parents live in Hilton Head, and came across this hilarious bit of local news:
Deputy finds man punching shrub
Published: Monday, January 22nd, 2007
A 23-year-old Hilton Head Island man was charged with public disorderly conduct after a deputy observed him ...

I have always suspected that there is something peculiar about the construction of the foul-tasting energy bars Kathryn is fond of buying:
Lasting for one thousand years is an admirable feat. But I don't think that will improve the flavor.
(My guess is it's supposed to mean "May 30, 2007".)

Through the Illinois Genetic Algorithms Laboratory blog, I learned of the Lemelson-Illinois Student Prize, a $30,000 award given to outstanding student inventors. The selection process for the prize is down to eight finalists, one of whom has created an amazing method to translate thoughts into speech:
Michael Callahan – Graduate ...

Wow; I haven't posted in a long time. I think this is because of the holidays, and because I've been spending a lot of time organizing and posting photos on Flickr. To see them, click here. If you haven't already, click here to sign up for a ...